Praised as “the best military historian of our generation†by Tom Clancy; John Keegan reconsiders his masterful study of World War II; The Second World War; with a new foreword Keegan examines each theater of the war; focusing on five crucial battles and offering new insights into the distinctive methods and motivations of modern warfare. In eloquent; perceptive analyses of the airborne battle of Crete; the carrier battle of Midway; the tank battle of Falaise; the city battle of Berlin; and the amphibious battle of Okinawa; Keegan illuminates the strategic dilemmas faced by the leaders and the consequences of their decisions on the fighting men and the course of the war as a whole. An extraordinary; definitive history; The Second World War will be required reading for generations to come."The Second World War merits the acceptance as the standard work that it will surely recieve." -The Washington Post"If you want to know how it happened; read Keegan's thoughtful and elegant prose." -Los Angeles Times
#70545 in Books Karen Armstrong 2004-09-28 2004-09-28Format: Deckle EdgeOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.10 x .61 x 5.10l; .38 #File Name: 0143034367240 pagesBuddha
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Gives Deep Understanding and Background to Gotama's DharmaBy SolMan636Of all the books I have read on Buddha this short little book does the best job of putting the dharma into focus; clarifies the many aspects of its origin and the various facets of the meditative practices and teachings from the earlier practices learned by Gotama to his complete understanding of enlightenment and how he taught it. It really gives meaning to many things from Goenka who often refers accurately to the early Pali texts. The history and the story are full of interesting passages taken from the earliest writings. In the end though the book is finished; just like the Buddha and everyone else leaving his karma and his work behind. I bought a hard copy for my library. Interesting that an ex Catholic nun did such a great job writing this book. Funny thing is that Gotama originally refused to let women in to the sangha probably due to the complications possible from sexual desire and even refused his step-mother who raised him. But he thought better of it fortunately. It is also interesting to muse that Chairman Mao; whose mother was a devout Buddhist; elevated all women to full social status during the revolution. Was this partly because of Buddha's teaching and things he learned from his mother? Is the successful communal nature of the Buddhist sangha over thousands of years a model for socialist societies? Could be. Everything is connected.So long; Buddha. Good bye; Buddha. (Haha there was even a Judas in the story.)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Tour de Force in Getting to Know BuddhaBy Leonard ZaneKaren Armstrong's scholarly diligence; objectivity; and wonderful writing style again shine in this fascinating and informative book. There are so many stories; interpretations; and speculations about the great Siddhatta Gotama Buddha's life and teachings. Armstrong's account distinguishes itself by conveying remarkable realism and credibility about this enormously wise and compassionate man; who was so far ahead of his time of 2-1/2 millennia ago.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Buddha--Karen ArmstronBy Debra DThis is a compelling look at Buddha's life and lessons. Armstrong explores the subject in depth and makes it understandable and a pleasure to read. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in eastern spirituality.
